Taeyeon’s Father Passes Away

On March 9, 2020, Taeyeon’s father passed away following a heart attack. SM Entertainment confirmed the news to eDaily and through a statement. Hello. This is SM Entertainment. Taeyeon’s father has unfortunately passed away on...

9Mar

Seungri Enlists as an Active Duty Soldier

Former BIGBANG member, Seungri, enlisted as an active-duty soldier March 9, 2020. Seungri, who is under investigation for habitual overseas gambling, illegal monetary transfers, and solicitation of prostitution, reported to the ROK...

9Mar

J.Y Park and Wife Welcome Baby

On March 9, 2020, J.Y. Park and his wife welcomed a new baby into the world! Their new child is the couple’s second daughter. J.Y. Park made the announcement on his personal Instagram. View this post on Instagram ...

9Mar

Hyukoh’s Lim Hyun-Jae Announces Upcoming Marriage

Hyukoh’s guitarist, Lim Hyun-Jae, shared exciting news on the March 7, 2020 episode of MBC’s Hangout with Yoo! On the show, Lim stated that he and his longtime love will be getting married this coming May! “They have been together...

9Mar

More Concerts, Tapings, and Events Postponed Due to Covid-19

As Coronavirus (Covid-19) continues to spread globally, more K-Pop acts and events have been canceled or postponed in order to protect artists and fans from catching the virus. After initially denying the cancellation, KBS confirmed that...

9Mar

Charges Against Eddy Kim Charged

Days after the announcement that Roy Kim is innocent in connection to the Jung Joon-Young chatroom controversy, the charges against Eddy Kim have been dropped in connection to the same chatroom. On April 4, 2019, Eddy Kim’s name surfaced as...

9Mar

Haewon Departs LU4US, Idol Scene

On March 3, 2020, LU4US (formerly LU:KUS, L.A.U) rapper Haewon announced he will leave the group and idol life. In a video posted on YouTube, Haewon describes his decision and opening a new chapter in his life. “I have learned a lot...

9Mar

AB6IX Postpone U.S Tour

Back in October 2019, rookie group AB6IX announced they would embark on a US tour. However, the group’s company, Brand New Music, announced on AB6IX’s fan café that the tour is now postponed due to the spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19)....

1Mar

B.I Tests Negative for Drugs

According to Sports World, on February 27, 2020, Gyeonggi Provincial Police Department released confirmation that ex-iKON leader tested negative for drugs. “B.I has tested negative in his illegal drug use evaluation,” a Gyeonggi...

1Mar

Chinese Olympic Swimmer Banned for Eight Years

Controversial swimmer, Sun Yang, who participated in the 2012 London Olympic games and the 2016 Rio Games, has been banned from the sport for eight years. The ban will likely end the 28-year-old’s career. On February 28, 2020 the Court of...

29Feb

Roy Kim Found Innocent in Jung Joon-Young Chatroom Scandal

Earlier this week, it was revealed that singer-songwriter Roy Kim has been declared innocent in connection to the Jung Joon-Young molka chatroom after the courts found he did not share pornographic materials. On February 24, 2020, Channel...

28Feb

The Rose File for Contract Nullification

On February 28, 2020, the K-Pop/Rock quartet, The Rose, filed for contract nullification against their company, J&Star Company. Each of the members—Woosung, Dojoon, Hajoon, and Jaehyung—confirmed the news by posting the article...

28Feb

BTS Cancels Seoul “Map of the Soul” Tour Dates Due to Coronavirus

On February 27, 2020, BigHit Entertainment announced that BTS’ Map of the Soul Tour: Seoul has been canceled in light of the spread of Coronavirus. BigHit made the announcement on Weverse and shared it on Twitter. #BTS MAP OF THE...

23Feb

A.C.E Experience Vehicle Attack

On February 18, 2020, K-Pop rookie group A.C.E’s vehicle experienced a super glue attack by an anti-fan. The group’s agency, Beat Interactive, released a statement that was shared on Twitter detailing the incident and the legal actions...

23Feb

Wendy Provides Health Update

Nearly two months after suffering severe injuries from a fall at the SBS Gayo Daejeon rehearsals, Red Velvet’s Wendy took to social media on February 21 to update fans on her health. On two separate Instagram posts that features promotional...

Taeyeon’s Father Passes Away